Intro to Computer Networks
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Network Categories Host Roles (0-4:30)Describe a Peer-to-Peer Network (PTP) According to the video, what services were provided? What services were consumed? Explain at least two benefits of this type of network. Explain at least two drawbacks of this type of network. (4:30-8:35)Describe a Client/Server Network What is a server, and what does it do? What is a client, and what does it do? List at least one operating system mentioned for clients. List at least two operating systems mentioned for servers. Explain at least two benefits of this type of network. Explain at least two drawbacks of this type of network. Geographic Proximity (8:35-10:15)Explain a Local Area Netork (LAN) Give an example of somewhere you’d see a LAN. Can a LAN cover more than one building. (10:15-12:35)Explain a Wide Area Network (WAN). Give an example of a time when a WAN would be used. What precautions should be made when using a WAN? What benefits are there for using a WAN? Types of Signaling(12:42-14:25) What is baseband signaling? List one example of baseband signaling. What is broadband signaling? What is the benefit of broadband signaling? What is an example of broadband signaling?